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Are you planning a special getaway in the beautiful Bay of Plenty in the North Island? Now is a great time to book and save. For a...
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Wainui Seaside Glamping NZ
Aleisha
- Nov 9, 2022
- 2 min
Gift Vouchers Available Now - Gift a Getaway this Christmas
Not quite sure what to get and want to show your loved one, friend, or work colleague how much you love and appreciate them? Gift a...
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Aleisha
- Nov 2, 2022
- 4 min
What is Glamping in NZ Anyway?
Glamping in NZ is a combination of camping in a beautiful scenic location, which could be by the sea, on a farm, out in the bush, or on...
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Aleisha
- Oct 25, 2022
- 1 min
Toi's Challenge Sunday 20 November, 2022
Toi Challenge, Whakatane Athletic Events 2022
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Aleisha
- Oct 3, 2022
- 2 min
Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake
From time to time on a Monday I'll share a favourite recipe that I've created. Like most of my recipes it's sugar and gluten free, and...
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Aleisha
- Sep 24, 2022
- 1 min
We all need a Summer like this...
Escape to Whakatane and Ohope - New Zealand's most beautiful place (as judged by Keep NZ Beautiful Awards), home of NZ's most loved...
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Aleisha
- Sep 12, 2022
- 2 min
Afghan Cookies - Sugar and Gluten Free and V friendly...
As we were driving home last Friday I was saying to hubby I'd love an Afghan cookie. Funnily enough he'd been eyeing them up when doing...
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Aleisha
- Sep 10, 2022
- 1 min
Mapping your next Ohope Getaway!
Looking to getaway? Great news, being located minutes from Ohope Beach, Whakatane, a short trip from Papamoa, Tauranga, Hamilton and...
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Aleisha
- Sep 6, 2022
- 2 min
A Breath of Fresh Air
There's a notable difference that takes place between the time guests arrive and depart from their stay. They appear refreshed, happy,...
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Aleisha
- Jul 11, 2022
- 1 min
It's Fantail (Piwakawaka) season...
Every year between June and July we have a swarm of beautiful fantails (Piwakawaka) join us as we walk around our home. Guests love it...
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Aleisha
- Jun 20, 2022
- 2 min
Ginger Garam Cookies - Sugar Free and V nice...
Sweet, chewy, delicious! The icing tasted exactly like the original ginger crunch biscuit my sister makes. The addition of turmeric was...
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Aleisha
- Jun 10, 2022
- 1 min
Whakatane Supreme Winner - Keep New Zealand Beautiful
Our community were truly humbled to be named Supreme Award Winner at the 2021 Keep NZ Beautiful Awards. While this award acknowledges the...
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Aleisha
- Jun 2, 2022
- 2 min
Thinking about Dog-Friendly Glamping?
If you're reading this I'm guessing you're someone like us that really loves their dog and wants to take them with you glamping. Dogs...
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Aleisha
- May 26, 2022
- 1 min
We all love a HOT Winter Promotion...
It's June, the fire place is ready, the kettle is boiling, the fantails are back in abundance, and a hot bath under the starry night...
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Aleisha
- May 24, 2022
- 1 min
We're in the Garden harvesting kumara...
It's Sunday, 22nd May and we've just harvested our first crop of kumara from our kumara garden bed. It's a special feeling harvesting a...
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Aleisha
- May 11, 2022
- 2 min
3 reasons to have your celebration at a Glamping Retreat...
Celebrating a Special Anniversary: Whether it's 1-year or 10-years of being together, it's a very special moment to celebrate with your...
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Aleisha
- May 3, 2022
- 1 min
Where To Find Kiwi Birds? Whakatane Kiwi Capital of the World...
We Get Asked Often Where To Find Kiwi Birds? Are They On Our Property? Well, the answer is we're not too sure. We've lost count of how...
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Aleisha
- May 3, 2022
- 1 min
Cycle, Surf, Sand, and a little History...
One of the best ways to explore the beautiful Eastern Bay of Plenty is to cycle the Motu Trail. There's a number of track options...
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Aleisha
- Apr 8, 2022
- 1 min
Top things to do in Whakatane during your stay
Many guests comment say they wish they'd stayed another night. If life permits we highly recommend 3-nights to allow you enough time to...
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Aleisha
- Apr 7, 2022
- 1 min
Matariki - a story of our genealogy to our stars and ancestors...
With the absence of light and noise we are able to capture the beauty and significance of the stars and ponder the meaning of our...
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